Kathmandu, Nov. 28 -- Federation of Beekeepers Nepal (FBN) has released updated data on the number of Apis mellifera (Western or European honey bee) colonies kept for commercial production, along with current honey output figures.According to the FBN, 2175 farmers are engaged in commercial beekeeping nationwide, collectively managing 115,183 hives. Annual honey production from these operations is 4,192 tonnes. The details were shared during a press meet held today in Bharatpur.

The FBN has also expressed strong objection to the government's recent decision to allow multinational companies to import honey under a quota system. The ministerial-level decision, made on September 23, has enraged honey producers, said FBN outgoing Chair Shiva ...